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What chemical initiates the formation of acid mine drainage when pyrite is not disposed of properly?

A) O2
B) Fe2+
C) HS-
D) SO42-

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Final answer:

The chemical that initiates the formation of acid mine drainage when pyrite is not disposed of properly is Fe2+ (Iron).

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The chemical that initiates the formation of acid mine drainage when pyrite is not disposed of properly is Fe2+(Iron).

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